Spring Lock Coupling: Cleaning

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Cleaning
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Fig 1: Identifying Cleaning Tool Dimensions
G01902457Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod.
  2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M(tm) Scotch Brite (R) with the dimensions corresponding to the coupling size.
    Fig 2: Coupling Size And Pad Size Specifications
    G01902458Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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